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The man who put climate on the UN’s agenda
August 02, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.63 MBMany people tried to get the United Nations to take action on the fight against climate change, but Secretary General Ban Ki-moon got the organization to actually put its diplomatic muscle behind the issue. Today, POLITICO’s Lorraine Woellert talks to the former UN chief about the agency’s climate action during his tenure, and the areas where the world needs to act now. Lorraine Woellert is POLITICO's sustainability editor. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLIT...
A BIF deal
July 30, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.73 MBThis week, the Senate finally released some details on the infrastructure bill that is expected to come through over the next few weeks. And, while the package doesn’t address climate change as aggressively as the reconciliation bill is expected to, the bipartisan bill does have big plans for water, carbon capture programs, and helping communities transition into the clean energy economy. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna has more. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter at POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan ...
The End of the Nord Stream 2 saga
July 29, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.46 MBThe Trump administration spent years fighting to keep a Russian pipeline from reaching Germany. Now, it seems like the Biden administration is giving up on fighting the inevitable fate of Nord Stream 2, and is instead looking for a deal to protect the Western bloc’s interests. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre, on the German-US deal over the pipeline. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Jenny Ame...
How voting rights can impact climate policy
July 28, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.07 MBIn the past year, dozens of states have passed voting laws that many expect will hurt turnout for communities of color. And POLITICO’s Deputy Energy Editor Gloria Gonzalez says this in turn could hurt climate policy on the local and federal level. Today, she has more details on this fight. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. Gloria Gonzalez is POLITICO's energy deputy editor. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Carlos Prieto is a POLITICO podcast ...
Climate hawks push — but risk overplaying their hands
July 27, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MBIf the Democrats’ reconciliation package passes, it will become the largest piece of climate policy in American history. But even at $3.5 trillion dollars, the framework is being criticized by some progressive green groups as too small. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna, on the risk of climate hawks overplaying their hand and how much of Biden’s climate agenda may actually come through. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter at POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Carlos...
The wildfire firefighter shortage
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.46 MBThe Wildland firefighters are a special unit that battle fires on federal lands and can assist states fighting blazes within their borders. But extremely low wages and ever-increasing working demands are pushing many of these crews out of the job and into other departments. Today, POLITICO’s Ximena Bustillo explains the Biden administration’s plan to keep its firefighters. Ximena Bustillo covers agriculture for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter at POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is a...
America’s climate refugees are here
July 23, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.94 MBThere was a time when rural Guatemalans never left home. But back-to-back hurricanes, failed crops and extreme poverty are driving them to make the dangerous trek north. Today, POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez, on how climate change and natural disasters are contributing to the decision of thousands to flee to the US. Sabrina Rodriguez is an immigration correspondent for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter at POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Carlos Prieto is...
Europe’s historic floods
July 22, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.37 MBLast weekend, heavy rains led to massive floods across Western Europe, killing hundreds and causing millions of dollars in damages. And while uncontrollable, the floods were predictable. Today, POLITICO Europe’s Karl Mathiesen reports that governments are looking at what could have been done to prevent the loss of life, and whether the continent’s climate policies are prepared to deal with damage mitigation. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter at POLITICO. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for ...
Rep. Casten’s “Hot FERC summer”
July 21, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.13 MBFighting climate change is not just about ending fossil fuels: a low-emissions future will also require higher use of electricity obtained from clean sources. But if the US is counting on electricity to take over for oil in transportation and heating, it is going to need a strong and ambitious Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to deploy more clean energy. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna talks to a lawmaker seeking to raise awareness about one of the most important agencies for climate po...
Congress may fall short on Biden’s lead goals
July 20, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBGetting rid of the nation’s network of lead drinking water pipes is tremendously politically popular — but also estimated to cost tens of billions. President Joe Biden promised a bipartisan infrastructure framework would get the job done, but senior Democrats say it almost certainly won’t. Today, POLITICO’s Annie Snider and Anthony Adragna on how far Democrats may go on removing lead from America’s water and why they may fall short of the White House’s promise. Anthony Adragna is an energy r...
FERC Chair's green grid ambitions
July 19, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBPresident Biden’s push for green energy development is putting pressure on an energy grid that is currently unprepared to move significant amounts of renewable energy across the country. But the chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has a goal for a new rulemaking that will help ensure the grid can catch up. Today, POLITICO’s Gloria Gonzalez, on Rich Glick’s ambitious timeline. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. Gloria Gonzalez is POLITICO's energ...
The framework for a historic climate action
July 16, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBOn Wednesday, Senate Democrats announced the framework of their massive — but still unwritten — reconciliation bill. The package, which more than triples the bipartisan infrastructure framework in cost, is meant to establish and fund a big chunk of President Biden’s agenda, including a massive effort to fight climate change. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna has details on what’s in the frameworkfor the environment and renewable energies. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO an...
The next trade war… over carbon?
July 15, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.14 MBYesterday, the European Union unveiled its detailed plan to drastically cut emissions by half over the next decade. But the EU’s quest to implement a tariff on products originating from countries without similar carbon reducing policies could spell trouble for its relationships with its biggest trade partners, including the U.S. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman discusses the possibility of an all-out trade war erupting over carbon emissions and how it could be avoided. Zack Colman is an energy...
Fixing Texas’ grid
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.73 MBFor a long time, leaders in Texas were content to have the state produce, transport, and consume its own electricity. But recent extreme weather events have exposed critical flaws in the system, and yesterday, the state’s Electric Reliability Council unveiled its plan to attempt and make its Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Eric Wolff is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior prod...
Getting our trucks in a row
July 13, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.39 MBSince the smog crisis in the 60s, California has led the way in fighting for cleaner air and pushing the auto industry for ambitious innovation. Now, they’re using some of their special powers to switch the truck fleet in the state to electric. Today, POLITICO’s Ry Rivard, on how New Jersey is the first state to join California’s push, but on the plenty of obstacles it faces in doing so. Ry Rivard is POLITICO New Jersey's energy reporter. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO an...
The green awakening in America’s boardrooms
July 12, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.81 MBIn late May, a small investor group managed to win a quarter of the board seats in one of America’s largest oil companies. Across the board, Engine 1’s win at ExxonMobil is widely seen as a watershed moment for energy, sustainability, and governance movements, and POLITICO’s Lorraine Woellert says the momentum that helped them win is also affecting the traditional relationships between directors and shareholders in other large companies. Lorraine Woellert is POLITICO's sustainability editor...
The Conservative Climate Caucus
July 09, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.8 MBor years, Republicans have largely refused to even acknowledge the reality of climate change, let alone engage on solutions. But now, with legislative and executive action seemingly inevitable, GOP members on the Hill are banding together to discuss rhetoric — and possible solutions. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna talks to the new chair of the Conservative Climate Caucus, Rep. John Curtis. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a P...
What’s behind the gas price surge
July 08, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBEvery summer, gas prices tend to go up as millions of Americans go on their long-planned road trips. But this year, drivers are paying prices they haven’t seen in years. Today, POLITICO’s Matthew Choi explains why prices are soaring. Matthew Choi is an energy reporter and author of POLITICO's Morning Energy. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Jenny Ament...
The group most vulnerable to wildfires
July 07, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.06 MB2021 is expected to be the worst year yet for wildfires across the West. And Latino communities are set to suffer a disproportionate amount of the damages – and their risks are growing worse. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman, on the underlying inequities facing Latinos and the public policy complexity in trying to solve them. Zack Colman is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast produce...
A push for global plastic policy
July 06, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.81 MBOn land and at sea, the planet is drowning in plastic. And while countries are crafting their own (is it its own?) policies around recycling and minimizing the use of plastic bottles and bags, POLITICO‘s Eline Schaart reports a push for a unified international policy is brewing. Eline Schaart covers sustainability for POLITICO Europe. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Raghu Manavalan is an editor fo...
Inside Exxon’s lobbying playbook
July 02, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.82 MBOn Wednesday, Britain’s Channel 4 released an explosive story where a lobbyist for Exxon disclosed what he called the company’s lobbying playbook. According to the lobbyist, the company’s public climate campaign is the opposite of what it pushes senators behind closed doors, and that’s just the beginning. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre discusses the company’s strategy, and how this revelation could shift the ongoing climate discussions. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for POLITICO. Anthony Adragn...
The GOP’s slow catchup to climate policy
July 01, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.07 MBMany imagine the Pacific northwest as a rainy, temperate part of the U.S., but a heatwave earlier this week sent parts of Washington and Oregon to record high temperatures — and may contribute to hundreds of deaths. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman has more on the connection between the heatwave and climate change, and how extreme weather in the region is underlining its Republican uneven messaging on climate policy. Zack Colman is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy r...
Jersey vs. the Pipeline
June 30, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.1 MBFor years, the state of New Jersey and developers for the PennEast pipeline have engaged in a fight over the company’s use of eminent domain to seize portions of the state’s land. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sided with the company in a case that challenged New Jersey's immunity to lawsuits. Today, POLITICO’s Alex Guillen and Ry Rivard, on why the highest court’s ruling still doesn’t guarantee that the pipeline will be built. Alex Guillen is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Ry Rivard is POL...
GOP’s war against Biden’s BLM pick
June 29, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MBThe Bureau of Land Management never used to be a controversial selection, but Republican senators have gone all out against Tracy Stone-Manning, Biden’s pick, despite her decades of experience in federal and Montana roles. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre on a 30-year old controversy, and why the GOP is uniting against her. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Raghu...
The alarming Western megadrought
June 28, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.15 MBFor weeks, about a quarter of the states in the US have been suffering from droughts. Along the west, the dry conditions are creating water shortages and water access crises for cities, agriculture and fishing. And with the planet warming more and more, these droughts are set to get worse. Today, POLITICO’s Annie Snider, on the effects of this year’s droughts for millions in the US now and into the future. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter ...
Getting EJ and reliability to coexist
June 25, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBIn the wake of two historic failures in American energy access, Republicans and oil-friendly advocates argue the government needs to increase investment in fossil fuels, not cut back. Environmental justice advocates say that’s an old line from the pro-fossil fuel playbook that doesn't meet the current energy landscape or the climate challenge. Gloria Gonzalez is POLITICO's energy deputy editor. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto ...
A crucial case for pipelines
June 24, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.53 MBYears ago, a company built a natural gas pipeline in St. Louis to help meet an alleged increase in demand. Now, even though the pipeline has been up and running for two years, a federal court rejected its permit, saying regulators failed to follow their own rules in evaluating its necessity. Turns out, many companies use similar strategies to justify the need for their pipelines. Today, POLITICO’s Eric Wolff explains the ruling and how it can shape the future of pipeline projects. Anthony Ad...
Will companies be honest about climate risks?
June 23, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.34 MBThe European Union and the US government are moving to ask companies to disclose the risks that climate change poses on their operations. And while most companies have agreed in principle to the idea of sharing their information, they’re asking the government that they not be held legally liable for what the disclosures reveal. Today, POLITICO’s Lorraine Woellert, on what kind of liability the companies are fearing, and whether the federal government will listen. Lorraine Woellert is POLITIC...
The dark side of solar panels
June 22, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.93 MBSolar panels are a fundamental tool for any country looking to clean up their energy industry. But countries across the globe say China is hiding a sinister secret behind the production of a key component of these panels. Today, POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino, on the Biden administration’s plan to continue boosting solar power at home without funding human right abuses overseas. Raghu Manavalan is an editor for POLITICO Audio. Kelsey Tamborrino is a Politico Energy reporter. Anthony Adragna is...
A splintered road towards climate policy?
June 21, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.37 MBAs both parties continue to negotiate over a deal on infrastructure, the possibility that climate will have to be addressed separately is now looking more likely than ever. But could Democrats even find partisan agreement over what would have to be in a climate-alone package? Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna says that won’t be an easy task. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Raghu Manavalan is an edit...
Where America and Europe’s climate roads diverge
June 17, 2021 09:00 - 9 minutes - 8.71 MBSince Joe Biden took office, the US has been seen as an ally in the fight against climate change. But just a change at the helm doesn’t mean the American ship will fully line up with all of Europe’s climate plans. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman discusses how the president’s European trip reflected the differences. Zack Colman is an energy reporter for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny A...
Bye Keystone XL, hello Line 3
June 16, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.94 MBEarlier this month, environmentalists scored a major win they’d spent years fighting for: the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline. But while that project died, there is another pipeline that’s been carrying oil sands from Canada to the US for years: Enbridge’s Line 3. Line 3 has long needed critical maintenance to operate at full capacity, and blocking work on a replacement pipeline has become another key fight for environmentalists. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains the tensions a...
The G-7’s big climate takeaways
June 15, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MBOver the weekend, leaders of the largest developed economies gathered in Cornwall, England to discuss their plans to tackle some of the world’s biggest issues, including how best to fight climate change.Today, POLITICO’s Ryan Heath discusses how these leaders are aligned on many of the broad goals, but critical details about the future of the coal sector- and other climate issues remain elusive. Ryan Heath is POLITICO's senior editor and the author of POLITICO's Global Translations. Anthony ...
The G-7’s big climate takeaways 🌎
June 15, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.68 MBOver the weekend, leaders of the largest developed economies gathered in Cornwall, England to discuss their plans to tackle some of the world’s biggest issues, including how best to fight climate change.Today, POLITICO’s Ryan Heath discusses how these leaders are aligned on many of the broad goals, but critical details about the future of the coal sector- and other climate issues remain elusive. Ryan Heath is POLITICO's senior editor and the author of POLITICO's Global Translations. Anthony ...
Progressives draw their climate red line
June 14, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.52 MBTwo Joes are keeping faith that bipartisanship can deliver a deal on infrastructure: President Biden and Senator Joe Manchin. But amid mounting concerns from progressives a deal won’t include strong enough climate provisions, lawmakers are reminding the administration that their votes are also required for passage and they won’t rubber stamp just any deal. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna explains the progressives’ warning shot. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. C...
Biden scraps Trump’s water rule
June 11, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.09 MBLast year, Trump’s EPA announced a controversial rule to define the scope of a new controversial water rule. And on Wednesday, the White House announced it would roll back the rule and begin the process of creating a new one. Today, POLITICO’s Annie Snider analyzes the chances of a new rule sticking around. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter and author of Morning Energy. Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO. Carlos Prieto is a POLITICO podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior...
Gina McCarthy’s climate reality check
June 10, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MBBiden wants his administration to be a transformative period in American climate policy — that much was clear in the original infrastructure bill. Now, after months of no progress in negotiations with Senate Republicans, the White House’s climate advisor says the bill could omit some climate proposals — though she says they’ll keep fighting for all of it. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman, on his interview with the National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy and what could fall out of the infrastructu...
Colonial Pipeline’s CEO in the congressional hot seat
June 09, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.06 MBJust over a month ago, Russian hackers forced a weeklong shutdown of America’s most important pipeline. Yesterday, senators grilled Colonial Pipeline's CEO over Colonial’s cybersecurity measures and the decision to pay the multi-million dollar ransom. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre discusses the hearing's highlights of the hearing, and what it means for the government's role in protecting critical energy infrastructure in cyberspace. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna i...
Biden’s LNG mixed messages
June 08, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.32 MBIn recent years, US companies have been able to export liquefied natural gas to eastern Europe and Asia thanks to government investment in international deals and export facilities. Now, President Joe Biden has to decide whether the gas is lean enough to be part of his administration’s international climate policy or if renewable energies should become the only way forward. Today, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre on the ambiguous early signals from the administration. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for P...
Biden’s honeymoon with progressives is up
June 07, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.67 MBLast year, Joe Biden had to expand and embolden his climate change agenda to get the support of environmental activists. Now, as the administration continues to search for bipartisan agreement on infrastructure, a big green group is bringing the heat to ensure climate action isn’t left behind. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio. Irene Noguchi is the ...
Can cap and trade enter coal country?
June 04, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MBIn Pennsylvania, fossil fuels were king even before US independence. First with coal, and then with natural gas, energy production has been a key driver of the state's economic growth. So, can the state’s governor succeed in getting Pennsylvania under a multi-state cap and trade system and curtail carbon emissions in the region? POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna and Marie French discuss the political fight over the move. Marie French covers energy for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter...
Why Sen. Ossoff is leaning on climate
June 03, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MBEarlier this year, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock flipped both of Georgia’s Senate seats to give Democrats control of Congress. Now, Sen. Ossoff is breaking the mold of a Democratic senator in the south and making action on climate change a priority. Today, POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna speaks with the senior Georgia senator. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Politico podcast producer. Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITIC...
ANWR drilling in Biden's hands
June 02, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.95 MBThe Trump administration tucked a gift into the 2017 tax bill long sought by oil companies: a legal mandate for the federal government to allow oil production in part of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. But now, President Biden is stepping in, and POLITICO contributor Adam Federman reports that the administration is halting oil exploration at ANWR to take another look at the environmental risks. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Adam Federman...
New Mexico’s climate hawk
June 01, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.87 MBSummertime is bringing the heat on the negotiations for an infrastructure package. In recent weeks, the White House and Senate negotiators have worked tirelessly to get bipartisan agreement on an ambitious package. But in an exclusive interview with POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna, New Mexico Sen. Martin Heinrich says effective climate policy is worth going at it alone if Republicans won’t join. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Carlos Prieto is a Po...
Big oil’s climate reckoning
May 28, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.28 MBMay 26th, 2021 could go down in the history books as a momentous day in the fight against climate change. In a matter of hours, one of the world’s biggest oil companies was ordered by a court to drastically slash its emissions, while shareholders at two of America’s biggest companies took major steps to force the companies to green their operations. By the end of Wednesday, we caught up with POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre to discuss the significance of these moves. Ben Lefebvre covers energy for PO...
The paths to a deal on infrastructure
May 27, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.42 MBBig climate and resource investments continue to keep Democrats and Republicans from reaching a deal on infrastructure. Yesterday, the Senate Environment and Public Works committee brokered a compromise that Republicans say is the way in which infrastructure should be approached. But Anthony Adragna reports that Democrats fear that going at infrastructure in parts will derail most of their environmental plans. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Ca...
Another disastrous summer looming
May 26, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.51 MBWhile the coronavirus pandemic was the dominant news story, 2020 was also the year with the most hurricanes and wildfires on record. And by the looks of it, 2021 is going to give 2020 a run for its money. Before the summer has even begun, the wildfire season has already kicked off in the US, and forecasters expect an above-average hurricane season. Today, POLITICO’s Zack Colman on the federal government’s plans to prepare for a summer of natural disasters and the challenges along the way. Za...
The bottleneck holding green energy back
May 25, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5 MBRenewable energy projects need permits to join the grid. But if the permit process takes too long (and it often does), the funders behind the project can back out, making the project unviable but with a permit still pending. POLITICO’s Eric Wolff explains why this bottleneck is slowing the growth of clean energy nationwide and why the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is out to fix it. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and host of POLITICO Energy. Eric Wolff is an energy...
An epic update on infrastructure
May 24, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 7.77 MBIn Biden’s America, every week seems to be infrastructure week. For weeks, Democrats on both the House and Senate have been working to get a package that keeps a focus on infrastructure. And this work has focused specially on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee chairman Peter DeFazio. Today, POLITICCO’s Sam Mintz has an update on the role of climate in the bills. Sam Mintz is also a transportation reporter for POLITICO. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter for POLITICO and...
Unpacking the federal-state carbon pricing divide
May 21, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.94 MBMany of the country’s biggest states have set up various carbon pricing mechanisms to curb greenhouse gas emissions. And while most of these programs have succeeded at lowering emissions and making money in the process, the idea is still no closer to becoming federal policy a decade after the last attempt famously died on the Senate floor. Today, POLITICO’s Debra Kahn and Anthony Adragna explain why carbon pricing isn’t gaining momentum in Washington. Anthony Adragna is an energy reporter fo...